Comparing iPods to Other MP3 Players
This section provides a side-by-side comparison of the three iPod models to their leading competitors to help you decide what MP3 player is right for you to buy.
The iPod vs. the Competition: Hard-Drive-Based Players
This chart compares MP3 players that have hard drives and are the top of the line models from their manufacturers, including the iPod, Zune, and Zen. This chart is designed to make it easy to compare the features and prices of these players to guide your buying decision.
This chart compares MP3 players that have hard drives and are the top of the line models from their manufacturers, including the iPod, Zune, and Zen. This chart is designed to make it easy to compare the features and prices of these players to guide your buying decision.
The iPod vs. the Competition: Flash Memory Players
This chart compares MP3 players that use solid-state Flash memory to store music and other data. These players are usually mid-line models that offer good amounts of storage and good prices, but don't crown the lines the way hard-drive-based players do.
This chart compares MP3 players that use solid-state Flash memory to store music and other data. These players are usually mid-line models that offer good amounts of storage and good prices, but don't crown the lines the way hard-drive-based players do.
The iPod vs. the Competition: Ultra-Portable Players
This chart compares ultra-portable MP3 players. These players are often entry-level models, or designed to be purchased for a specific use like exercise by someone who already owns an MP3 player. They are distinguished by their very small size and light weight, making them perfect for something like exercise.
This chart compares ultra-portable MP3 players. These players are often entry-level models, or designed to be purchased for a specific use like exercise by someone who already owns an MP3 player. They are distinguished by their very small size and light weight, making them perfect for something like exercise.